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By Eliza.Compton , 24 April, 2026
Are universities ready for GenAI in student support? When chatbots seem to offer a scalable, cost-effective way to meet rising demand for student support, universities need to consider how to shape their use without outsourcing care or increasing risk
By Laura.Duckett , 23 April, 2026
The defining educational challenge of this decade is to equip students to use AI ethically, critically and efficiently, write Mahmoud Elkhodr and Ergun Gide. Here, they offer a way forward
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By Eliza.Compton , 31 March, 2026
When student circumstances fall outside standard support categories, their difficulties can deepen. This means hardship of groups such as caregivers or international students grows quietly, until it becomes much harder to address
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By Eliza.Compton , 27 March, 2026
The history of mathematics tells a rich story of collective labour, curiosity, dialogue, adventurousness and responsiveness to human questions. Educators have responsibility to tap into this for current and future students, writes Clemency Montelle
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By Eliza.Compton , 25 March, 2026
An effective icebreaker can set students up for confident participation throughout the semester. Here, Natalie Cummins shares a structured low-risk activity that draws in all participants
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By Eliza.Compton , 20 March, 2026
Efficient academic writing requires a shift in mindset from simply counting words to incremental planning and using techniques that make progress visible even when the page looks empty
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By kiera.obrien , 10 March, 2026
Learning designers and academics may have different expectations when it comes to collaborating on course design. Here’s how a five-point scale can help
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By Eliza.Compton , 10 March, 2026
Reframing productivity and defending your diary can transform academic output. Here are tips for protecting your writing time
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